About Achill
Achill is a rugged Atlantic island and peninsula in County Mayo, connected to the mainland by a bridge at Achill Sound and known for beaches, mountains, bogland and scattered coastal villages. Its character is rural, outdoors-oriented and community-minded, with everyday life centred on villages such as Keel, Keelbeg, Dooagh, Cashel and Achill Sound rather than one compact town centre. Residents have access to local primary-school provision, including schools serving the island and nearby communities, while secondary education and a wider range of services are generally found off the island or reached by school transport. The R319 is the principal road across Achill, linking the island with Mulranny and the N59 towards Newport, Castlebar and Westport; bus services are limited compared with urban areas, so a car is usually important for commuting and shopping. Local facilities include village shops, post offices, cafés, pubs and seasonal restaurants, with The Waterfront providing a recognised place to eat and meet. Keel Beach, Keem Bay and the Great Western Greenway access near Mulranny support swimming, walking, cycling and watersports, while Wild Nephin National Park Visitor Centre offers access to wider Mayo landscapes. Mulranny Park Hotel is a notable nearby hospitality and leisure destination, and the area’s strong outdoor culture is reflected in surfing, GAA, walking, sailing and other community activities. Achill suits people seeking a spacious, scenic lifestyle, though residents should expect longer journeys for major retail, healthcare, rail travel and some professional services.
Property Market in Achill
Based on 6 properties for sale in Achill
Property types
Bedrooms
New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Achill
Schools
Historic schoolhouse reflecting Achill’s educational and social heritage.
Local primary-school provision serving families across Achill’s dispersed communities.
Achill secondary school providing post-primary education on the island.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Main island route linking Achill Sound, Keel and western coastal settlements.
Road bridge connecting Achill Island with the mainland and routes towards Mulranny.
Limited regional bus connections link Achill with Westport and surrounding Mayo towns.
Nearest mainline station, with rail connections towards Castlebar, Dublin and other destinations.
Popular walking and cycling route from Westport through Newport and Mulranny.
Amenities
Recognised coastal dining and meeting place serving visitors and local residents.
Visit website ↗Nearby hotel offering accommodation, dining, events and leisure facilities.
Visit website ↗Gateway to national-park landscapes, walking routes and outdoor recreation in Mayo.
Visit website ↗Broad Atlantic beach popular for swimming, walking, surfing and watersports.
Dramatic sheltered bay framed by cliffs at Achill’s western end.
Scenic coastal golf course overlooking Atlantic landscapes and surrounding mountains.
Community library providing books, digital access and local information services.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Community football club offering local participation and youth sporting activities.
Gaelic games club supporting football, community sport and youth development.
Surf school and watersports provider based around Achill’s Atlantic beaches.
Local club supporting sea angling and coastal outdoor recreation.
Community organisation involved in local development, projects and island initiatives.
Properties For Sale near Achill
Nearby Areas
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